The Heart of Success

Begins With You

Deep inside, your heart beats with curiosity—a relentless desire to reach for your dreams and become who you want to be. At Edgewood, the heart of your success lies in forging your own path.

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TheEdgewood Experience

Edgewood is more than a college. It’s a community filled with people ready to guide you and become your biggest supporters as you shape your journey. A place where you belong.

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AcademicsWhat Sets Us Apart

We care deeply about you and your success—both now and in the future. We make decisions based on your professional goals, dreams, and interests. You can expect engaging academic content, and dedicated staff who work one-on-one with you.

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Financial AidMake Your Dreams a Reality

With the right financial help, you can make your college education dreams come true. Start by filling out a FAFSA form to help you qualify for grants, loans, and scholarships. We’re here to help you get the most aid possible.

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AthleticsWhere Your Heart Races

Whether you’re cheering on the Eagles or experiencing those moments in competition—the first win, the first time you step onto the court, field, pitch, or mound, and the last few seconds of the game when you score—this is when your heart races.

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A Vibrant CommunityWhere Your Heart Thrives

Understanding who you are and where you want to thrive—both academically and personally—begins with what’s in your heart. You’ll learn and experience life among friends and a supportive community of faculty and staff who want to see you succeed.

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Come as You Are

There’s a Home for Everyone at Edgewood University

You’ll discover what you are passionate about—in a place where you’ll be supported, challenged, and connected.  What will be your Edgewood University story?

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A Community with Heart

Our beautiful campus is next to Lake Wingra and in the heart of our bustling state capital, Madison, Wisconsin. It’s a city known for its inquisitive minds and inclusive spirits, ranked among the best places to live in the U.S. Adventure and nature are just steps away from our campus. And if you seek the city life, you’ll find farmer’s markets, museums, live music, and more nearby.

Lake Wingra

Biking & Hiking Trails

Dane County Farmers Market

Madison, WI

Henry Vilas Zoo

Olbrich Botanical Gardens

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A Heart for Connecting Learning, Beliefs, and Action

Together we pursue purposeful lives.

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We’re sponsored by the Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa, a community of learners that affirm its Catholic heritage and its respect for other religious traditions.

Inspired by our Dominican traditions, our focus is on creating a caring and inclusive community where you can unleash your intellect, spirit, imagination, and heart. We help you become a leader who embraces and reflects our diverse world, serves others, and engages in a lifelong search for truth both personally and professionally.

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Enjoy the Journey

There’s always something new to do at Edgewood University.

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Sonderegger Science Center – Atrium | July 18, 2025

Summer Research Academy Student Symposium

A collaboration between Edgewood College and Madison Country Day School in which high school students learn about science in two-week summer camps. Join us for their final poster presentations while they share what that have learned this year.

Sonderegger Science Center – Atrium | July 18, 2025

Summer Research Academy Student Symposium

East Regina Washburn Heritage Room | August 25, 2025

Edgewood College Part-Time Job Fair

Are you looking for part time job while you attend Edgewood College? Stop by the Washburn Heritage Room (Right across for Phil’s Cafe in Regina)

The Part Time Job Fair will feature employers who are looking for students like you!
There will be employers from both On Campus and Off Campus jobs.
Find out how they can work around your class schedule and discuss what kind of experience they can offer you.

What to know:
– Business Casual attire strongly recommended
– Please bring an updated version of your resume or be willing to discuss your strengths and interests in the positions offered.
– Check out the list of employers that will be joining us and start to look in to any ones that you may be interested in to talk to at the event!

New organizations are registering everyday, so be sure to register yourself today and get excited to interact with all Madison-based organizations during this fair.

Nona McGreal Room | September 20, 2025

Professional EDGE Series: Interview Upskill Fall 2025

A few employers will come to help assist students with their interview skills.

Edgewood University Highlights

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New Name, Same Mission

Madison, Wis. (July 1, 2025) – Edgewood University proudly raised the new flag above campus for the first time at a brief ceremony this morning. “In January of this year, we announced that Edgewood College will be renamed Edgewood University. That day has now arrived,” President Manion, said. “The change comes about as we approach our centennial year, and as we continue to expand the reach of our mission as a Catholic institution of higher education in the Dominican tradition.” The President spoke to an energized group of students, faculty, staff, and several Dominican Sisters of Sinsinawa – the sponsoring order of Edgewood University.

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New Doctor of Nursing Practice in Nurse Anesthesia Program Launched

Madison, Wis. (June 18, 2025) – Edgewood University is pleased to announce the launch of the Doctor of Nursing Practice: Nurse Anesthesia (DNPNA) program. Designed to prepare highly skilled, compassionate Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs), this advanced practice degree equips graduates to provide safe, comprehensive anesthesia care across a broad spectrum of healthcare settings. The three-year hybrid curriculum begins with a blend of online and in-person coursework in the first year, followed by intensive clinical practicum experiences in years two and three.

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Dean’s List and Semester Honors Announced for Spring 2025

Madison, Wis. (June 11, 2025) – Edgewood University has named the students who have earned a place on the Dean’s List, or on the Semester Honors List, for the Spring 2025 Semester. Fulltime undergraduate and post-baccalaureate students who earn a cumulative GPA of 3.75 or higher are eligible for the Dean’s List after completing 24 credit hours of study at Edgewood University.